Yeah for what it is, it was exciting and cleverly done. The characters are well executed, setup, with plenty of homages. But it's not a brainy or thoughtful movie. Entertainment wise however, it's an A.

I really enjoyed it! It's a well-executed piece of entertainment, much like Iron Man. The way they logically explain the new cast with the alternate reality plot line is pretty clever. My one gripe is that the first scene is by far the most powerful one in the film. I would have loved to see Kirk's coming of age at the end of the film to come full circle and have as much of an impact (like in Speed Racer). Regardless, it all still works well, especially for its short run time.

I had so much fun watching this movie! I already know I'm going to want to see it again before it leaves theaters. I wish the Star Wars prequels had been that much fun. This was the spaceship movie I'd been waiting for.

after seeing star trek for a second time (which i wholeheartedly recommend in imax if you get the chance)---and enjoying it just as much a second time---i need to retract one of my comments i made about the danger our protagonists are in. the alternate reality they are in was much more clear-- meaning, i guess, that anything could happen. this article i came across further hit this home: